# Monster Hunter Stories 3

Capcom Scores with Monster Hunter Spin‑Off as Tencent’s Mobile Hits Keep Monetisation Crown — February Gaming Revenues Dip but Headliners Hold Strong

Capcom’s Monster Hunter Stories 3 has earned strong critical scores ahead of its March 13 release, reinforcing the commercial value of high‑quality franchise spin‑offs. Sensor Tower’s February data show global mobile game revenue fell 8% month‑on‑month to about $6.55 billion, but Tencent titles Honor of Kings and Peacekeeper Elite remain top performers thanks to seasonal updates and brand tie‑ins. Tencent is also testing a paid, wipe beta for an Honor of Kings auto‑chess spin‑off, signalling continued IP monetisation strategies.